How much does a Translator/Linguist make in Illinois? The average Translator/Linguist salary in Illinois is $64,880 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $55,960 and $75,790. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Translator/Linguist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Translator/Linguist Salary $47,839 IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Translator/Linguist Salary $55,960 IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Translator/Linguist Salary $64,880 IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Translator/Linguist Salary $75,790 IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Translator/Linguist Salary $85,723 IL March 26, 2024
25% $55,960 10% $47,839 90% $85,723 75% $75,790 $64,880 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Translator/Linguist reads, comprehends, and rewrites materials in designated languages following established linguistic rules related to word meanings, sentence structure, grammar, and punctuation. Translates written and spoken information from one language to another. Being a Translator/Linguist must follow ethical procedures and policies that protect the confidentiality of information. Must be well versed in vocabulary dealing with specialty. In addition, Translator/Linguist may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a Translator/Linguist gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Working as a Translator/Linguist typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Cicero, IL Avg. Salary $66,519 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Mount Prospect, IL Avg. Salary $66,266 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, IL Avg. Salary $60,051 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adair, IL Avg. Salary $60,622 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addieville, IL Avg. Salary $61,573 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addison, IL Avg. Salary $66,266 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akin, IL Avg. Salary $59,734 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, IL Avg. Salary $59,227 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albers, IL Avg. Salary $61,573 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, IL Avg. Salary $58,339 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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